External Sales Engineer - Pumps
Technical Placements · Edenvale, South Africa, ZA
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- Location
- Edenvale, South Africa, ZA
- Type
- Full-time
- Posted
Are you a driven Technical Sales Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, client support, and cutting-edge engineering solutions? Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in providing technical expertise, assisting customers, and driving sales in the pump and fluid system industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Sales & Technical Support – Provide expert assistance for both external and internal sales activities.
- Customer Engagement – Address technical inquiries, issue accurate quotations, and offer tailored solutions.
- Product Knowledge – Read and interpret pump graphs, bill of materials, and system designs effectively.
- Quotations & Proposals – Prepare competitive price lists and technical write-ups to support sales efforts.
- Value-Added Selling – Engage in upselling and lead generation for key market segments.
- Project Support – Assist in technical aspects of pump sales and system integration for clients.
- Process Management – Ensure seamless execution from inquiry to final delivery and payment processing.
- Market Development – Identify new opportunities, collaborate with existing customers, and grow key business units.
Requirements
- Education: ND/BTech/BEng in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Experience: 3-5 years in external sales, preferably with exposure to pump systems, motors, or industrial components.
- Industry Exposure: Prior work experience with water, mining, food, automotive, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors is a plus.
- Technical Expertise: Ability to engage with OEM resellers, distributors, and agents in a sales environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Proactive & Energetic – A natural problem solver with a strong customer-first mindset.
- Excellent Communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-Oriented – Ability to work accurately with numbers and technical specifications.
- Goal-Driven – Passionate about closing deals and achieving high sales performance.
- Team Player – Collaborative and supportive in a high-energy work environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary & commission structure
- Career growth & development opportunities
- Industry-leading training & mentorship
- Work with cutting-edge pump technology
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